Kroger unveils holiday savings
The Kroger Co. today unveiled increased savings, affordable meal ingredients and a holiday gift guide to customers as they prepare for the holidays.
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Getir completes acquisition of FreshDirect
The ultrafast grocery delivery company Getir said Friday that it has completed its acquisition of the online grocery delivery company FreshDirect from Ahold Delhaize.
NRF debuts Center for Retail Sustainability
WASHINGTON – The National Retail Federation announced this week the launch the NRF Center for Retail Sustainability, which will serve as the industry’s hub to support retailers’ efforts to generate economic value while creating net positive environmental, social and community benefits.
NACDS lauds CMS letter challenging PBM and health plan tactics
NACDS is welcoming a proactive move by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to outline increasing concerns about certain practices by some plans and pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) that “threaten the sustainability of many pharmacies, impede access to care, and put increased burden on
Dr. Reddy’s debuts on the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index
HYDERABAD, India – Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories has won back-to-back global recognitions for its commitment and progress on sustainability and Environment Social and Governance (ESG) agenda. Dr.
Next-Gen VR shopping: Beautyque NYC launches Beautyque Verse
NEW YORK – Beautyque NYC announces the soft launch of its new Virtual Reality shopping App titled Beautyque Verse, marking its move into the next generation of VR shopping. This beta version of the platform is available for Oculus, iOS, and Android users.
Industry celebrates NACDS’ 90th anniversary
The industry came together last night at the Ziegfeld Ballroom to recognize the National Association of Chain Drug Stores for its long list of contributions to retailing and health care over the past nine decades.
PQA appoints 2024 board of directors and executive committee
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – The Pharmacy Quality Alliance (PQA) Board of Directors appointed seven new members to the 25-member board and approved its 2024 Executive Committee during the 2023 fourth quarter meeting. Individuals will begin serving January 1.
MMR honors outstanding retail leaders
Chain Drug Review’s sister publication, MMR held a gala reception Tuesday night to honor recipients of its “People Who Made a Difference” awards and its “Most Influential Women” awards. The reception, held in Manhattan, drew retailer and supplier executives from across the country.
Walgreens is making it easier for holiday shopping
DEERFIELD, Ill. – Walgreens has everything consumers need to keep things merry and bright – with convenient in-person and online shopping options to save the day, especially when you need help last-minute. According to a new Walgreens U.S.
Crystal Lennartz named president of Health Mart and Health Mart Atlas
McKesson has appointed Crystal Lennartz as president of Health Mart, an independent pharmacy franchise, and Health Mart Atlas, a pharmacy services administrative organization (PSAO).
Publix donating fresh produce to food banks ahead of the holidays
As part of Publix’s ongoing commitment to helping alleviate hunger, the company is purchasing and delivering another 1.3 million pounds of fresh produce to 32 Feeding America partner food banks this holiday season. This donation is in addition to the 1.
PCMA issues statement on House vote of H.R. 5378
The Pharmaceutical Care Management Association (PCMA) released the following statement on the U.S. House of Representatives’ vote on the Lower Costs, More Transparency Act. “America’s pharmacy benefit companies are extremely disappointed by the passage of H.R. 5378 by the U.S.
HDA issues statement on CNBC special report on Rx counterfeiting
Healthcare Distribution Alliance (HDA) president and CEO Chester “Chip” Davis, Jr., released the following statement in response to CNBC’s reporting on counterfeit medications and the role of pharmaceutical distributors.
NACDS praises House passage of bipartisan bill to help deliver essential PBM reforms in Medicaid
NACDS is applauding the passage of the Lower Costs, More Transparency Act (H.R. 5378) by the U.S. House of Representatives today. The bill — which was introduced by U.S. Representative Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) on September 8 — is a vital aspect of pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) reform.
NCPA urges House passage of PBM reform package
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – The National Community Pharmacists Association issued the following statement from Anne Cassity, senior vice president of government affairs, as the House of Representatives prepares to vote today on the Lower Costs, More Transparency Act (H.R.